Fire Safety - WIDMANN MIG/TIG/MMA-160 Manuel Utilisateur

unprotected skin. When welding, always use protective gloves and clothing.
2.2 SAFE USE OF THE WELDING GUN
Parts of the machine, such as the end of the filler wire and welding gun become
burning hot during use. The wire is also sharp and moves quickly, so be careful when
threading it to place.
Never carry the machine on your shoulder during welding, but place it on an even
surface. Also, do not store the machine by hanging it from the shoulder strap. The
shoulder strap is for carrying only.
Do not keep the machine near or on hot objects, as the plastic cover may melt.
Do not move the shielding gas bottle when the control valve is in place. Fix the gas
bottle securely in an upright position to a separate wall rack or bottle cart.
Always close the gas bottle after use.

2.3 FIRE SAFETY

Welding is always classified as hot work.so pay attention to fire safety regulations.
Protect the environment from welding spatters. Remove inflammable material, such
as burning fluids, from the vicinity of the welding site and supply the site with
adequate fire-fighting equipment.
Take into account dangers caused by special workplaces, such as firs risk and danger
of explosion, when welding container-like pieces.
NOTE! Fire caused by sparks may break out even after several hours!
CAUTION! Welding in inflammable and explosive sites is strictly forbidden!
2.4 HIGH VOLTAGE
Do not take the welding machine inside a workpiece, for example in to a
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container or a car.
Do not place the welding machine on a wet surface.
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Change faulty cables immediately for they are life-threatening and may cause a
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fire.
Ensure that cables are not squeezed or in contact with sharp edges or a hat
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workpiece.
2.5 SHORT CIRCUIT
Insulate yourself from the welding circuit by using dry and undamaged protective
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clothing.
Do not work on a wet surface.
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Do not use damaged welding cables.
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Do not place the welding gun or earth clamp on the welding machine or other
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electrical device.
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